Cornell University

October 8, 2025 5:30 pm

This debate will be hosted on October 8th at Cornell University. The debate resolution is: “Be it resolved: American global dominance is the best defense against tyranny and evil.” Arguing the affirmative is Mary Kissel, Executive VP and Senior Policy Advisor at Stephens, Inc.; Former Advisor to Secretary of State, Michael R. Pompeo. Negative debator to be announced soon. This debate will be moderated by Steamboat Institute Tony Blankley Fellow Sarah Bedford.

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